How many kilometres is stage 6?

The stage from Lamego to Bertelo is about 24 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 7 h 14 min at a moderate pace (24 km and +908 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +908 m of ascent and −633 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 38 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Bertelo?

We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Bertelo.

Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?

On the stage we found 28 water fountains, 8 pharmacies and 27 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 6 of 21 · Camino Portugués Interior

Lamego → Bertelo

Viseu · Vila Real

Distance: 24 km
Time: 7 h 14 min
Ascent: +908 m
Descent: −633 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Larga etapa cruzando el Duero vinatero hacia las tierras de Vila Real.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+908 m

Descent

−633 m

Altitude

188–587 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 28 water fountains✚ 8 pharmacies🏧 27 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

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What to see on this stage

Monuments and points of interest near the Camino for your rest (data from OpenStreetMap).

MonasterySé de Vila Real
CastlePalácio do Conde de Amarante
MonasteryAntigo Convento de São Francisco
CastlePalácio dos Marqueses de Vila Real
MonasterySeminário Diocesano de Vila Real
RuinsCastro da Santa Cabeça
RuinsVestígios de Arte Rupestre
MuseumMuseu Etnográfico de Vila Real

Hostels on this stage

Albergue do Caminho Português Interior de Santiago
Douro Village+351 259 042 294 Website ↗
Residencial O Vizinho

Hostel data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). It does not include beds or price, which are not always in the source; check with the hostel. Is one missing or wrong? Write to us.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 6?: The stage from Lamego to Bertelo is about 24 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 7 h 14 min at a moderate pace (24 km and +908 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +908 m of ascent and −633 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 38 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Bertelo?: We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Bertelo.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 28 water fountains, 8 pharmacies and 27 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).